Forget the Olympics. The real competition happens every year in Montreal for the Annual Dachshund Race!
If you're a dachshund owner, you know just how adorable these furry little friends can be (like the couple who held a wedding for their two pet doxies) so just imagine an entire festival dedicated to one of the funniest and most adorable dog breeds out there.
The Montreal WienerFest is an annual non-profit event dedicated to raising money and awareness for pet adoption. Contestants pay $20 to enter to the Wiener Dog Race with prizes going to the fastest doxie, best costume, best tricks, and even a special award for the fastest handicapable doxie! But don't worry about any hurt feelings; it's all just for some good doxie fun!
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Also: be sure to scroll to the end to see some epic wiener racing footage!
This wiener-winner can't even contain his happiness!
Look at this competitor warming up. He'll be tough to beat!
A marathoner has to carbo-load; these doxies have to stay hydrated for the big race!
And they're off! These wieners are excited to become winners!
Here's a strong competitor who doesn't let his handicapability stop him from racing!
Competitors travel from all over the world to get to compete!
Of course the less athletic dogs have the opportunity to compete for silliest costume. This guy might win...
...But he has some competition entering the race!
This doxie loves showing off his athletic skills.
This doxie really knows how to dress the part.
I wish I looked this happy when I go for a run!
The winner is thrilled to win... but more happy to have caught that tennis ball.
A wiener dog race can be exhausting...
...but the friendly competitors really know to support each other.
See you in Montreal for next year's race. Better start training those doxies now! (Check out the race footage below.)
